Personalized Pediatric Speech Therapy in Phoenix
What is pediatric speech therapy like at Sophos?
All of our therapy sessions are one-on-one with a licensed therapist and completely customized to your child. We intentionally weave in key literacy skills so your child receives the comprehensive support they need to become a strong reader, writer, and speaker.
At Sophos, our collaborative, holistic approach to pediatric speech therapy is designed to help children confidently communicate and participate at school, home, and in life.
Therapy sessions happen wherever works best for you! At home, at school, at our state of the art Phoenix clinic, or online.
“Sophos was a life saver for my daughter”
She was struggling with a few classes and overall executive functioning. They really got her on track to be successful in high school and now to move on to her top choice college.
Jessi is amazing, and the overall team made a huge difference in her academic career.
Christine W. How do I know if my child needs speech therapy?
We’re here to help determine the specific support and intervention your child needs, so you don’t have to figure it all out on your own!
Some common signs that it might be time to consider speech therapy for your child include:
You have difficulty understanding your child when they’re speaking
Your child gets frustrated or stuck when trying to explain their feelings, needs, or ideas
Your child struggles to understand directions or conversation
You have questions or concerns about their speech sounds and/or fluency
Your child experiences consistent social challenges
Your child’s teacher or pediatrician recommends a speech and language evaluation
Even if you’re not sure where to start, we can help you explore your options and choose the right support for your child!
What if my child needs support in more than one area?
When speech therapy is disconnected from the classroom, it can be hard for children to transfer the skills they learn in the therapy room to school and beyond.
We design every one-on-one therapy session around the skills and strategies your child needs to succeed in school, at home, and in life.
Because you don’t just want your child to make progress in therapy. Our licensed therapists help children communicate, participate, learn, and build independence in many different settings!
We also integrate occupational therapy and work closely with OTs and other providers if needed, so your child receives truly comprehensive support.
Pediatric speech therapy and occupational therapy services
Available in Phoenix and online
Speech and language therapy
We recognize and prioritize the strong connection between communication and learning.
At Sophos, we support your child's language, social communication, and executive function skills to help them thrive both in the classroom, at home, and in life.
This connects your child’s progress and development in therapy to the skills they need to thrive in the classroom outside of therapy.
Every therapy plan is customized to your child and designed to meet their unique needs, goals, and learning style.
Available in Phoenix and online
Pediatric occupational therapy
Our OTs don’t treat meltdowns, overwhelm, and shouting as behavior problems.
At Sophos, these challenges are seen as an opportunity to build the executive function skills children need to feel regulated and capable of successfully participating at school and at home.
Occupational therapy also focuses on helping your child improve things like fine motor skills, handwriting, sensory integration, and self-care
Our OTs and SLPs collaborate to ensure every child receives the precise blend of therapy and skills they need to make meaningful progress and reach their goals.
Why do parents choose Sophos for speech and occupational therapy?
Our approach to therapy is:
01Holistic
Your child is their own unique person with specific needs, interests, and goals. We create a custom therapy plan that takes their whole story into consideration.
02Collaborative
Our OTs and SLPs work hand-in-hand (and bring in other specialists as needed) to ensure your child receives the practice and skills they need to grow and thrive.
03Integrated
We don’t want your child to just make progress in therapy. Our custom therapy plans are designed to give them the skills they need at school and in life.
A custom therapy plan built for your child
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We perform a comprehensive battery of research-backed tests to get to the root of your child’s speech, language, and communication challenges. We’ll also look at your priorities, input from teachers and providers, and your child’s strengths, needs, and goals to build a truly custom therapy plan.
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Our thoughtful matching process ensures your child works with a therapist who has the right combination of skills, expertise, and personality.
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Your child will work with their therapist (or team of specialists) on real skills they need to effectively communicate, regulate, and participate in school, at home, and in life.
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We’ll monitor and measure your child’s progress so we can make changes as needed to support their continued growth and success.
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You’ll learn more about specific activities you can encourage and practice outside of therapy to improve your child’s progress and connect their success to life outside the therapy room.
What does pediatric speech therapy include?
Every child’s therapy plan is unique, designed for their specific goals, needs, and progress.
Our therapists create a play-based environment tailored to your child’s interests to help them feel more motivated and successful.
Depending on your child’s needs, therapy may address:
Speech sounds and articulation
Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS)
Language processing and development
Social communication
Executive function
Fluency (to address stuttering)
Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)
Tongue thrust and Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders (OMDs)
Nuerodiversity-affirming support Questions about pediatric speech therapy in Phoenix?
We have answers!
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Sophos is an approved ClassWallet vendor. All of our services are eligible for ESA spending, and we can help you determine what’s possible for your specific situation and needs.
We do not accept insurance, but we can provide a superbill to submit for potential reimbursement. We also accept flex spending.
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Private therapy doesn’t need to replace services that are already in place. The speech and occupational therapy services at Sophos are designed to complement and build on what your child is learning and practicing at school. Our academic-based approach to therapy often integrates skills and strategies that traditional speech and language or occupational therapy doesn’t. We’re happy to collaborate with school-based therapists or other providers as needed.
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All of our pediatric speech therapy and occupational therapy sessions are customized to your child and offered in a private, one-to-one setting. Our providers collaborate and communicate to ensure each session includes the skills and practice your child specifically needs to meet their individual goals.
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We’ll meet you wherever works best! You can come into our Phoenix campus, located at 11250 N Tatum Blvd Suite 104, Phoenix, AZ 85028. Our licensed therapists can also work with your child at home, at school, or online.
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We’ll complete our own evaluations and assessments as needed. We’ll also look at previous evaluations, input from teachers and providers, and ask about the needs and challenges you see. If you’re not sure whether your child needs speech therapy, occupational therapy, or other support, contact our team. We’re here to get to know your child and help guide you to the specialists and services they need to make meaningful progress and reach their goals.
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Every child has different needs and goals. Progress is rarely linear, so it’s impossible to predict exactly how long they will need to receive therapy. Our process includes identifying and measuring their progress toward specific, individual goals. We consistently communicate with parents and other providers to keep you updated on your child’s progress. Together, we’ll set new goals and make decisions about therapy as your child moves forward.
Looking for speech therapy that integrates the skills your child needs to successfully communicate and participate in school?
Our collaborative team of SLPs and OTs will create a custom therapy plan designed for your child. It all begins with a simple form or conversation!